2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 423 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1974 Volvo 164 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
