1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
