1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120.
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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 131 | 120 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |