2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 23 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Panda | Samurai |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
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 | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |