1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 130 | 120 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |