2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 294 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Stilo | 460 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
