1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |