2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Eclipse | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
