1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | V50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
