1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Tipo | 480 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
