1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 1985 Volvo 740 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 740 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volvo 740 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2780 mm |
