1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2390 mm |
