1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 3000 | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 237 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |