1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
| Model | Cutlass | Panda |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
