1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 460 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1992 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 460 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
