1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 70 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
