1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 901 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.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 2013 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
