1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 56 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 719 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 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 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 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | S60 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |