1953 Fiat V8 vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 1996 Volvo 960 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1953 Fiat V8. 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:
| 1953 Fiat V8 | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | V8 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
