2003 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 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 158 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo C70 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | C70 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
