2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Sedici | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
