2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Lada 21.
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, 2008 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2008 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
