2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 585 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 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Panda | Volare |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |