1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
