1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 240 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |