1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
