1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1995 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Coupe. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
