1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1961 Volvo 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 90 | 120 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |