1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 990 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
Model | Toronado | Panda |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 30 L |