1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 46 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 1500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 615 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 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1200 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
