2002 Honda Acty vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 46 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, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo 120 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1956 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Acty | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 995 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
