1967 Fiat 125 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1967 Fiat 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 125 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
