1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 33 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | S40 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |