1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1982 Volvo 265 is newer by 5 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 1982 Volvo 265 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 132 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
