2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |