1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 850 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2835 mm |
