1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 34 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 240 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 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
