1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50, 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1600 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
