2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 440 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1992 Volvo 440 (175 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1992 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Seicento | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
