1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
