1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70, 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
