1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 23 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 440 weights approximately 205 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, 1995 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
