1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40.
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, 1980 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | A 40 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
