1993 Volvo 480 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480.
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, 1993 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 480 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 480 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
