1961 Volvo 220 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 220 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
