1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131. 1996 Volvo V90 has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo V90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 131 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 131 | V90 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |