1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
