1978 Volvo 265 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 265 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 265 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
