1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | 120 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |