1960 Austin 7 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | 264 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
