1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 60 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
