1964 Volvo 220 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 220 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
