1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1996 Fiat Tempra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Tempra | 220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
