2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 957 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 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Seicento | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Seicento | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |