1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1970 Volvo 164 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
