1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1400 | 850 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |