1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 60 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
