1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Volvo 120 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 95 | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |