2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
