1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1975 Volvo 264 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 264 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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, 1975 Volvo 264 (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 90 | 264 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |