1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Volvo 120 is newer by 5 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 14 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 90 | 120 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1030 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 |