1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30, 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, 2009 Volvo C30 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2009 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
