1967 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo 120 (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 36 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120.
Because 1967 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Volvo 120 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Volvo 120 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
