1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 50 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | V50 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |