1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Volvo C70 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Volvo C70.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | C70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
