1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 55 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 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 | 1359 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
