1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1973 Volvo 145 is newer by 12 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), 1973 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 530 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, 1973 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 145 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 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 145 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |