2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 240 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Seicento | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
