1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2010 Volvo XC60

To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat Cabriolet 2010 Volvo XC60
Make Fiat Volvo
Model Cabriolet XC60
Year Released 1961 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1893 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2774 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L


 

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