1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1965 Volvo 220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
