2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
