1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 40 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
