1986 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 19 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 796 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, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Panda | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
