2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Volvo V70
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 V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
