2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120.
Because 1959 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Aveo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
