1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260.
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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 90 | 260 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |