2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2000 Dodge 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 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Dodge Viper (1,154 Nm) has 1096 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1990 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 1154 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.8 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
