1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1508 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (240 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 35 | S60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |