1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 15 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 898 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 40 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, 1999 Fiat Seicento (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 67.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
