1960 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 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 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3, 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo P 1800 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | P 1800 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
