1956 Porsche 356 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (59 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1980 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Porsche 356 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 356 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
