2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | Panda | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
