1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1975 Volvo 66 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1975 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 70 | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 70 | 66 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |