1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 1977 Volvo 260 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 260 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. 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, 1977 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | 260 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |