1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 51 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 630 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.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 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 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | V70 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |