2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 200 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 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
