1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1718 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
