1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 40 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1118 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 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2008 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 68 L |
