1969 Fiat 124 vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
