1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,731 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (115 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 550 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | V40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
