2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 376 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 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. 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, 1996 Hyundai Satellite (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1996 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Satellite |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2820 mm |
