1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 66 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 66 (94 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1978 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 35 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
