2005 Audi A4 vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
