1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 90 | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |