1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 132 | 240 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |