1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
