1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1964 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 110 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
