1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 567 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
