1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 100 | V50 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 62 L |