1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 224 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 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 34 L |
