1995 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 16 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP) has 404 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1751 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.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Panda | LS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 438 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
