1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 795 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
