1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 36 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 750 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1600 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 |
