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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1580 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1230 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
