1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 (400 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Strada | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2815 mm |
