1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2010 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
Model | Toronado | Panda |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 35 L |