2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 438 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | XT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
