1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1982 Volvo 265 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 265 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |