1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.5 mm |
| 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 | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
