1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 58 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
