2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Strada | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
