1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 14 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 214 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 1998 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Parati |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2480 mm |
