1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | V50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
