1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1986 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 126 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
