1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 40 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
