1967 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 721 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 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 1967 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 850 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
