1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 220 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
