1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Volvo 480
To start off, 1991 Volvo 480 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 480 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 480, 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, 1991 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 500 | 1991 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | 480 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |