1980 Audi Sport vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Sport | 120 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
