1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 20 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 680 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 2005 Mahindra Commander 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, 2005 Mahindra Commander 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, 2005 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Panda | Commander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
