1954 Austin A vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 691 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 46 L |
