1960 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 36 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 620 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (177 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
