2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
