1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | XC70 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |