1975 Audi 50 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 50 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
