1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Turismo would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Turismo (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 296 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1984 Plymouth Turismo (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1984 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Panda | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
