1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Tipo | 220 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
