1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1956 Volvo P 1900 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
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:
1955 Fiat 1400 | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1400 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |