1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 18 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1189 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Montero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
