2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144.
Because 1966 Volvo 144 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 1966 Volvo 144. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Fiorino | 144 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
