1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 22 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 580 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
