1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Conquest | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
