1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1976 Volvo 66 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 66 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 66 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1976 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Fiat 500 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | 66 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |