1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. Both 1999 Fiat Palio and 1959 Volvo 120 are equipped with a 1,580 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
