1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 46 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1356 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 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 108 L |
