1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1982 Volvo 265 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 265 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |