1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 53 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 246 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 1955 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 1955 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Touran |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |