1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 43 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| 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 | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
