1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | V50 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |