1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 38 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2008 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
