2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 789 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
