1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 427 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 1956 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | C30 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |