1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 70 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
