2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1960 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 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Stilo | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
