1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | Panda | 9 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
