1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 1980 Volvo 343 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 343 (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343.
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, 1964 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 60 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
