1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 30 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
