1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | S40 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |