1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
