1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1974 Volvo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | 164 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |