1945 Austin 16 vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 1987 Volvo 480 is newer by 42 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Volvo 480.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480, 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | 16 | 480 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |