1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. 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, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 131 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
