1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 25 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1282 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Panda | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
