1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 264 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
