1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Barchetta | V50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2800 mm |
