1998 Volvo S40 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 609 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Volvo S40 (299 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S40 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | S40 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
