1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 127 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
