1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 38 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1955 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 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 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 460 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |