1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo 120 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 115 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 120 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1582 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
