1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 48 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 73 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90.

Because 1960 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 1960 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Austin Volkswagen
Model A 90 Touran
Year Released 1960 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.2:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1573 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 60 L


 

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