2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
