1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
