1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 585 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 190 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 25.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
