1970 Volvo 145 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo 145 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 145 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2301 mm |
