2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Volvo 144 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Volvo 144. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 144 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
