1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 45 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
