1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
