1956 Austin Princess vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Princess | 240 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2650 mm |