1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 991 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
