2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Vento |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |