1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 29 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (407 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
