1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 765 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Panda | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
