1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1975 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 1800 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
