2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 2 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
