2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 580 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 2000 Chrysler Viper 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 2000 Chrysler Viper. 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
