1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | XC90 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |