1969 Volvo 120 vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 120 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Albea weights approximately 121 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120.
Because 1969 Volvo 120 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 1969 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Albea, 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, 1969 Volvo 120 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volvo 120 | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Albea |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
