1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 20 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 195 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
