1968 Innocenti C vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti C would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (190 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti C | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | C | C70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |
