1960 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 1998 Volvo S70 is newer by 38 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S70 weights approximately 896 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, 1998 Volvo S70 (330 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 58 L |
