1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 875 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, 2006 Volvo S60, 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
