1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2006 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
