1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Volvo 260 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 260 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |