2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
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, 1988 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Stilo | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Stilo | 440 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |