1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 23 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 1,731 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 410 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | V40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
