Sweden vs Sweden — 1944 vs 1967
| PV444 Sport | Amazon 123GT | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 51 hp | 115 hp |
| Torque | 70 lb-ft | 115 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,414 cc | 1,780 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 22.0 sec | 11.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 81 mph | 109 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 23.0 sec | 17.8 sec |
| Weight | 2,293 lbs | 2,381 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,590 mm |
| Length | 4,390 mm | 4,450 mm |
| Units Produced | 196,004 | 1,528 |
| Original MSRP | $1,800 | $3,300 |
| Value (Excellent) | $40,000 | $65,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 8/10 |
The 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 1944 Volvo PV444 Sport counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Within the Volvo stable, the 1944 Volvo PV444 Sport and 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Volvo badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT holds a clear advantage in raw power with 115 hp compared to 51 hp, a 64-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT edges ahead at 11.0 seconds versus 22.0 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,528 units built, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT is considerably scarcer than the Volvo PV444's 196,004 examples.