1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Lacetti |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |