1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 850 | S60 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |