2001 Lotus Exige vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
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, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Exige | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Exige | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
