1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
