1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480, 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, 1989 Volvo 480 (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 480 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |