2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 164 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 1971 Volvo 164. 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, 1971 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
