1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Accent is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Accent (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 2001 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Accent |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
