1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 717 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Duna | V70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |