1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 440 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |