1966 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 90 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 90 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
