1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 40 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
