1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 253 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Touran |
Year Released | 1956 | 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 | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |