1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,731 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40, 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
