1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1100 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
