1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 360 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 58 L |