1989 Audi 90 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 90 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
