1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 90 | 850 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 290 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 | 1500 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |