1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | C30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
