1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 133 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2774 mm |
