1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1980 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 164 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126.
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 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1980 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 126 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3350 mm |
