2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 11 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1994 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
