1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1975 Volvo 66 is newer by 22 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 66 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 66 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 212 kg more than 1975 Volvo 66.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 40 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
