1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S40 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
