2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 770 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 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 1992 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1992 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
