2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 132 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
