1980 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
