2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
