1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1961 Volvo 220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2610 mm |
