1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 1977 Fiat 132 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 132 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
