1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
