1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |