1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400.
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, 1974 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1400 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
