1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1360 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Montero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
