1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 120 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1970 Volvo 120 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
