1977 Rover 2600 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1977 Rover 2600 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Rover 2600 (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Rover 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Rover 2600 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | 120 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2596 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |