1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 90 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |