1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 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), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 675 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
