1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 455 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
