1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1992 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1963 Volvo P 1800 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 1963 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
