1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | GAZ | Fiat |
| Model | 3110 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
