2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
