1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126.
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, 1988 Volvo 245 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 126 | 245 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |