1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Sportut | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
