1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 31 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1537 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 |
