1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 2 kg more than 2009 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | S60 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2520 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 | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |