2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | 460 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
