1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 70 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
