1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 923 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | DeVille | Panda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2180 mm |
