1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 34 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 277 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
