1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 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 266 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. 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 1952 Austin A 30. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 30 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
