2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Bravo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
