1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1079 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.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
