1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 29 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 952 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 2013 Infiniti IPL. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Panda | IPL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2850 mm |
