1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 44 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 485 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.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 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 | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 850 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |