1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Panda |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
