1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133.
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, 1988 Volvo 245 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 133 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
