1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 30 | V70 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |