1971 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 124 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2774 mm |