1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 850 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
