1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 240 (96 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
