1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 54 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Polo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |