1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 40 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 210 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 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | 940 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 1410 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 |
