1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Volvo 260 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Berline | 260 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
