2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Strada | 265 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
