1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 545 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 1200 | Volare |
Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |