1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1994 Subaru Vivio is newer by 8 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 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Vivio (43 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 26 kg more than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1986 Fiat Panda (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2320 mm |
