1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Kia Visto
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto is newer by 17 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto.
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, 2003 Kia Visto (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2003 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Visto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2390 mm |
