1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 44 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 220 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 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 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |