2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1966 Volvo 144 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 144. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, 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 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Barchetta | 144 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
