1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 816 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
