1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 158 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Sprint | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
