1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | 220 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
