1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 13 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 2,125 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 634 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, 1974 Volvo 245 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 245 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 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 245 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |