1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 46 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
