1956 Fiat 1900 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1900 (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
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. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1900 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1900 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
