1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | Panda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
