1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1966 Volvo 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 90 (87 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
