1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 240 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |