1954 Austin A vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 41 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 740 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
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, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A | MR2 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |