1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 26 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) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
