1953 Fiat V8 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 490 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. 1996 Volvo V90 has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat V8 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo V90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat V8 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | V8 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
