2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Panda | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
