1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |