1947 Austin 16 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1970 Volvo 140 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140.
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, 1970 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 16 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
