1990 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat 126 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 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1990 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1990 Fiat 126. 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 1990 Fiat 126. 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 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat 126 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 126 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 703 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2774 mm |