2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
