1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 345 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Summit | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
