1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 38 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 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 25 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
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, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 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 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 440 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |