1989 Audi 200 vs. 1989 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 1989 Audi 200 and 1989 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 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 200 (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1989 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 200 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
