1963 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Volvo P 1800 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 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V, 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, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Volvo P 1800 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | P 1800 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
