1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
