1963 Ferrari 156 vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 156 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 156 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo P 1900 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 156.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 156 | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 156 | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
