1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 24 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 66 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100.
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:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
