2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 465 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 1996 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Panda | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
