1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 42 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
