1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 54 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 246 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |