1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 51 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 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 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 40 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
