1989 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1984 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, 1989 Audi 100 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
