1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 48 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 751 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, 2007 Volvo S60, 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
