1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1962 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1500 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |