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


 

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