1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 23 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1410 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
