1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 131 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |
