1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 610 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
