2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Brilliance | Volvo |
| Model | BS4 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
