1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 58 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 309 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
