1945 Austin 16 vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1967 Volvo 120 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120.
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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | 16 | 120 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |