1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850, 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 90 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
