1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1978 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 X1-9 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | X1-9 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
