1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 45 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1200 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
