2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panda | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
