1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 17 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 1,390 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 603 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
