2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Suzuki Alto (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Panda (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Alto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
