1986 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda. 1998 Mitsubishi SST has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | SST |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
