1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2835 mm |
