1961 Volvo 220 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 186 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 220 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1201 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1753 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
