1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1979 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 66 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
