1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 11 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 284 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.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1995 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Panda | SC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
