1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1989 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1989 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2170 mm |
