2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. 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 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2320 mm |
