1954 Austin A vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 45 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 775 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
Model | A | Guara |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |