2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 164 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 164 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 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 | 60 L |
