1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 43 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 198 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90. 2002 Ford Tonka 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. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Tonka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4200 mm |
