1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100.
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, 1991 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
