2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Samurai.
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, 1995 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1995 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Samurai |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |