1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1400 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2774 mm |
