1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 99 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
