2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Panda and 2009 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 120 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2009 Lada 21 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Panda | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |