2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Parati |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
