1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
