1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 56 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 998 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.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1200 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2774 mm |