1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 267 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Fellow | S60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2776 mm |
