1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 28 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | 2-Litre | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
