1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 41 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, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS.
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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS. 2000 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 90 | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |