1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 28 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 155 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.
Because 1961 Fiat 1100 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 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1100 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
