1961
Volvo P1800
The Volvo P1800 became famous when Roger Moore drove one as Simon Templar in The Saint TV series. Its elegant Italian styling by Frua and relatively sporty specification made it an unlikely but enduring sports car from the safety-first Swedish brand.
Sports Coupé
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 1.8L B18 SOHC Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 1,780 cc |
| Horsepower | 100 hp |
| Torque | 147 Nm |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual (M40) / Laycock-de Normanville Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Fuel Economy | 11.5 L/100km |
| 0–60 mph | 12.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h |
| Length | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,690 mm |
| Height | 1,280 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,440 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,070 kg |
| MSRP Range | $3,895 (1961 US) |