2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda 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. Both 2003 Fiat Panda and 1991 Fiat Panda are equipped with a 1,108 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
