2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 90 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1997 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | Panda | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
