2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 354 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360.
Because 1984 Volvo 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Stilo | 360 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |