1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 32 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 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 710 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
