1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2000 Volvo S70 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S70 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70, 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, 2000 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 55 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
