1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1963 Volvo 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo 120 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 58 L |