1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (169 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Seicento | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
