2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 43 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 55 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Aveo | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
