1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1975 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, 1980 Volvo 240 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
