2009 Audi A3 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 47 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A3 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
