1945 Austin 16 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 57 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 16 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
