1996 Fiat Palio 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 Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
