1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 22 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 127 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 127 | 120 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |