2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 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 1993 Volvo 850. 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
