1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1055 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 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | Panda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
