1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1100 | 264 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |