2001 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
