2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 43 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 520 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 407 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
