2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Aveo | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
