1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
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, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
