1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120.
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, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 70 | 120 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |