2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (388 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
