1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
