1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | Panda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
