2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
