2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | SRX | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 32 L |
