2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
