2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 470 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2005 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Duna | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
