1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 60 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
