1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 36 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 480 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480, 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, 1993 Volvo 480 (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
