1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
