1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
