1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 550 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
