1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1982 Toyota Model F is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F. 1982 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
