1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 54 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Passat |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |