1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | C30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
