1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 90 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |