1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 51 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100.
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, 2008 Volvo S40, 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, 2008 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
