1956 Volvo P 1900 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 690 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Volvo P 1900 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 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Volvo P 1900 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | P 1900 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1414 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2788 mm |
