1996 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 10 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 531 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.
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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Liana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
