1959 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
