1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1990 Volvo 440 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 440 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
