1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
