2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
