1996 Fiat 126 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126.
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, 1974 Volvo 140 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 126 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
