1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
