1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 135 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Passat |
Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |