1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1992 Volvo 960
To start off, 1992 Volvo 960 is newer by 37 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 960 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1992 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1400 | 960 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
