1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 120 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster.
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 Dacia Duster, 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Austin | Dacia |
Model | A 90 | Duster |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2673 mm |