1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1985 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 859 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Avanti | Fiat |
Model | Avanti | Panda |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 32 L |