1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Panda | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |
