1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Panda | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panda | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |