1959 Volvo 120 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Volvo 120 | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | 120 | Today |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |