1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1993 Volvo 960
To start off, 1993 Volvo 960 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 960 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 1993 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Cabriolet | 960 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
