1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 52 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 70 | V70 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |