2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 78 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 480 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
