1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1956 Volvo 120 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 1956 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Applause | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
