1997 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1997 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Panda | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 360 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 768 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
