1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2011 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 99 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
