2005 Ford Ikon vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ikon weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Because 1956 Volvo P 1900 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 1956 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ikon, 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, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Volvo P 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ikon | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
