2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 305 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Fiorino | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1145 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
