1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 971 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2774 mm |
