1993 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Panda | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
