2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 32 L |
