1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600.
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, 2010 Volvo C70, 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, 2010 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2010 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
