2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Saloon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Saloon 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 Proton Saloon. 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 Proton Saloon (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1997 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Panda | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
