1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 472 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 90 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2423 mm |
