1961 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Volvo P 1800 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 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens, 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, 2010 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo P 1800 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | P 1800 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
