1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
