1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Palio | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |