1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1981 Volvo 260 is newer by 8 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 Volvo 260 (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
