1996 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 100 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 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi 400 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Venturi | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 286 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
