1999 Honda City vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 120 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Honda City.
Because 1966 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 1966 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda City, 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, 1966 Volvo 120 (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda City | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | City | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
