1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 493 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 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 60 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
