2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 103 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
