1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 480 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 480 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
