1959 Fiat 1200 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 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1200 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
