1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. 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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Panda | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 440 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
