1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 54 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 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 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
