1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 47 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | CC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
