1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1970 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 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:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 70 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |