1956 Volvo 120 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 359 kg more than 1956 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Volvo 120 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | 120 | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |