2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | 480 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |