1960 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Volvo V70 is newer by 40 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 990 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (290 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
