1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volvo 120 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ritmo | 120 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
