1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 36 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) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo C30 (270 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
