1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 48 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 610 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 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Berline | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
