1990 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 705 kg more than 1990 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda. 2000 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Panda | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Joice |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
