1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1999 Volvo S40
To start off, 1999 Volvo S40 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S40 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Volvo S40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1999 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 600 | S40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |