2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo 120 (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo 120. 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, 1967 Volvo 120 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
