1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1993 Fiat Panda and 1993 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (142 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 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 850 (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Panda | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | 850 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |