1956-1970 120 Series Amazon OverviewVolvo 120 Series Amazon Overview (1956 - 1970)
1956 - 1970
Tech Specs Summary
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- 87 - 109 mph
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- 10.5 - 19.0 seconds
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- 60 - 118 BHP
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- 24 - 28 mpg
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- 1,070 - 1,230 kg
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- 390 L (Saloon)
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- 1,000 L (Estate)
The Volvo 120 Series Amazon was produced by the Swedish manufacturer Volvo between 1956 - 1970. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are many power levels available from a 1.6 L Inline 4 petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 120 Series Amazon is the Volvo 123GT Amazon which scores 2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 115 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 105 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 106 mph and gets to 62 mph in 11.5 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volvo 221 Amazon Estate is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 247 miles and can store 1,000 litres of cargo.