1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 8 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 125 | 220 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |