2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Hyundai Stellar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Panda | Stellar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
