1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 683 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Palio | S60 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2776 mm |