1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 25 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 754 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 2009 Kia Carens. 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, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Carens |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
