2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 440. 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 440 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
