1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 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 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 57 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | 120 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1030 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 |