1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 29 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | V50 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |