2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1010 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, 2010 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Seicento | C70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |