1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1359 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2955 mm |
