2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 391 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 32 L |
