1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1962 Volvo 220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1800 | 220 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |