1981 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Panda | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
