1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Subaru Vivio is newer by 3 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 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Vivio (43 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Panda weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1995 Fiat Panda (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2320 mm |
