2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Panda and 1998 Fiat Punto are equipped with a 1,108 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1998 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
