1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 59 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 697 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.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2007 Volvo V50 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. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
