1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1151 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.
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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
