1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1100 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1100 | 240 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |