2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Duna | C70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |