1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2002 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo C70 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. 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, 2002 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | C70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
