1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 31 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 245 (96 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200.
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, 1988 Volvo 245 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1200 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
