2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Sedici | 145 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
