1956 Chrysler C vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1958 Volvo 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 885 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | C | 120 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
