1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600.
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, 1986 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1600 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
