1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 45 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | Previa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |