1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 132 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Commodore | Panda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
