1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1962 Volvo 220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 99 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
