1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 45 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Bora |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |