2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 760 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.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 1998 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | SVX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
