1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1973 Volvo 145 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 145 (102 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1400 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
