1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 133 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2776 mm |
