2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
