2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 30 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |