1951 Austin A vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1961 Volvo 220 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A | 220 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
