1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
