2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 400 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 1999 GAZ 3111. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Panda | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
