1955 Lancia D 50 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia D 50 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Lancia D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia D 50 (247 HP @ 8100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia D 50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1955 Lancia D 50.
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 Lancia D 50 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | D 50 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1290 kg |
