1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Volvo V70

To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 41 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 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 2007 Volvo V70
Make Austin Volvo
Model A 40 V70
Year Released 1966 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1098 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.7 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 762 kg 1782 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 68 L


 

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