2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1997 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Strada | C70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |