2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 768 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Strada | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
