2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1975 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
