1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 864 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | S40 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |