1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Sprint | Panda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
