2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Stilo | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
