1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Panda (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki Cervo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Fiat Panda (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1978 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |
