1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 950 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 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | C30 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2640 mm |