1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 120 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |