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Volvo P120

[ P210 | P120 | P130 | P1800 | P220 | 144 | 142 | 145 | 164 ]

This Volvo model appeared on the market in1957 and played a significant role in Volvo's development during the 1960s.

From the beginning, the P120 was only available as a 4-door model, but the programme was subsequently extended to include 2-door (P130) and an estate (P220).

In the autumn of 1961, the P120 models included a number of relatively large changes. The previous 1.6-litre engine was replaced by the B18 with an output of 75 or 90 bhp, a 12-volt electrical system, a new grille and the 90 bhp model featured disc brakes on the front wheels.

The 4-door model of the P120 was produced until the autumn of 1966, when it was replaced by an entirely new car, the Volvo 144.

Technical facts:
Prod. years:	1957-1966
Prod. volume:	234,209
Body style:	4-door saloon
Engine:	4-cylinder, in-line, overhead valves, 1,583 cc (96 cu. in.), 79.37 x 80 mm, 60 bhp at 4,500 rpm or 85 bhp at 5,500 rpm. 1961: 1,778 cc (108 cu.in.), 84.14 x 80 mm, 75 bhp at 4,500 rpm or 90 bhp at 5,000 rpm, increased in 1965 to 95 bhp.
Transmission:	3- or 4-speed manual with floor-mounted gear lever. 3-speed automatic with gear lever on steering column.
Brakes:	Hydraulic drums on all wheels. 1961: disc brakes on front wheels for S versions.
Dimensions:	Overall length 445 cm/175.1", wheelbase 260 cm/102".