2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1986 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Alto 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 21 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1986 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2180 mm |
