2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,249 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 309 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
