1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
