1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 631 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
