1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 475 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | 3-Litre | 220 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |