1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. 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, both vehicles can yield 147 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 132 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
