1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | C70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |