1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480.
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, 1989 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Palio | 480 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |