1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 240 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
