1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Austin A 90.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
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 | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |