1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1968 Volvo 145 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 145 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1100 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1100 | 145 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |