2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volvo 120 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
Because 1957 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 1957 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 1957 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |