1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 460 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1961 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460, 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, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Cabriolet | 460 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
