1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | XC70 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |