1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 131 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
