1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 240 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 1988 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 132 | 240 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |