1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800. 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 1800 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
