1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 541 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
