1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 850 | 240 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |