2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru XT weights approximately 225 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.
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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | XT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
