2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Volvo 480.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Volvo 480. 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 480 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 140 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
