1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 242 (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 2100. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 242 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 242 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100. 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, 1986 Volvo 242 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 242 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 2100 | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 2100 | 242 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |