1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
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, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | PV 544 1.8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |