1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 59 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 70 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
