2004 MG ZT vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2004 MG ZT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT weights approximately 470 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 MG ZT (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZT | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | ZT | 220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
