1958 Austin Princess vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1961 Volvo 220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Princess | 220 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2610 mm |
