1996 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 496 kg more than 1996 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
