1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100.
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, 1974 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
