1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 44 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 288 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 90 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
