2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2170 mm |
