1960 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Volvo P 1800 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | P 1800 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.3 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |