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Volvo 120

General information

ModelVolvo 120
Year1960
Rating52.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1582 ccm (96.53 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1582 ccm (96.53 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque116 Nm (11.8 kgf-m or 85.6 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.4 x 80.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0603 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight995 kg (2,193.6 pounds)
Overall length4460 mm (175.6 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1510 mm (59.4 inches)
Wheelbase2610 mm (102.8 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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