1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1393 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Fiat 500 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | X670 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2815 mm |