1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 250 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 1988 Lada 2104. 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, 1988 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
