1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
