1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 17 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 236 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, 1989 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
