1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | Panda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2170 mm |
