1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 100 | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |