1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 40 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
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, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 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 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 440 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |