1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850. 2002 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 850 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |
