2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
