1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V70 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Berline | V70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
