1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 55 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
