1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 61 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 868 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.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 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 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | S80 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |