1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
