1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 19 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 245 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
