1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 65 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 97 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 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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
