1961 Austin A vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1961 Austin A. 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A | 740 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
