1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 691 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda. 2000 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Panda | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Forester |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |