2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 850 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 1991 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Fiorino | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
