1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
